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*£ <.** f y« ® SEi; I - PLAIN DEALER - JULY 20, 1967 Musin' & Meanderin (Continued from page 1) of Barrington. Foreman of our printing shop for several years before 1952, Paul retired recently after fifteen years with the Elgin Courier News. Many pleasant memories of working together on the weekly newspaper come to mind as we recall other days inthe small office on north Green street. They were the days before offset printing, when Paul put up a valiant struggle to keep the old press and an even older folder in running order and prevent delays. Yes, the memories are many and all of them happy, for Paul was one of those cheerful individuals it is apleasure to work with. Very likely the behindthe- scene encouragement ofhis fine wife, Mae, was to some extent responsible for his fine disposition. We hope Paul's big smile will captivate all of the big fish at Minocqua Lake, Wis., (where they will move) just as it did his many McHenry friends. Highlights As City Reviews Festival Events 7 (Continued from page 1) For originality , the McHenry County 4-H float, displaying an appetizing half of watermelon, placed first, the Zion Lutheran Walther League, second, and the Wonder Lake Squares, third. Amor^» color guards, the Regals of Racine rated first •ad the Keydettes of Chicago, second. Among baton groups, Roth Levin's Whirjette3 of Crystal Lake wore judged first and the Wonder Lake baton group, second. The West Chicago pony hitch won first among the horse entries, and the 4-H drill team was second. A bright moon and cool breezes encouraged a particularly large crowd to go to McCracken field Sunday evening to see the Park Ridge Cavaliers capture another title and trophy. They rated first place with a score of 77.01. Other ratings included Royal Airs of Cicero, second, 74.58; Ssckie Vanguards, third, 73.95; Racine Kilties, fourth, 71.47; Norwood Park Imperials, fifth, 69.13; La Cross Blue Stars, sixth, 67.98; and Nei-Sei drum corps of Chicago, seventh, 58.- 42. Judges for both the floats and Brum Corps Magic were meth^etfs of the Central States Judging association, official judges for the Illinois Drum Corps association. Representatives of this organization have been judging McHenry Marine Festivals for the past six years. OTHER EVENTS Except for unusually cool weather during the opening events, the Mother Nature cooperated perfectly in providing ideal weather. Wednesday evening found a crowd almost double that of last year gather in the city park for the teen street dance. Adults in charge state that in general it was an orderly crowd, in spite of the large number- 1,000 to 1,300-present. A good crowd also was present in the park the following evening, maqy to enjoy dancing td the mvsic of the Mc- Hevif^6 stage band and others just to listen to this fine musical aggregation. It was spirited music that drew square dance enthusiasts to the same location Friday evening for a show conducted by the Wonder Lake Squares. The final of the four dance events took place at the V.F.W. clubhouse Saturday evening, when a fine Mariners' dance was enjoyed. A'good sized crowd was present along the riser's edge early Saturday evening for the first of the water events in connection with the week's activities. Although the number of decorated boats in the parade was disappointing, the appearance of Santa Claus on one of them proved a real treat. Hie other river event took place late Sunday afternoon, bringing hundreds to see some very intricate maneuvers provided in a show presented by the Chicagoland Water Ski Show association. All of us are told repeatedly that this is a small world, but until we experience proof for ourself, it is not always clear just how small the globe really is. Two incidents were brought to our attention this past week. On a recent trip to New York City, the Gene Dobyns family were sitting in St. Patrick's Cathedral one Sunday morning when they thought they recognized Mrs. Gerald Carey and Mrs. Floyd Cooley. However, because of the size of the church and the large attendance at Mass, they failed to see the McHenry folks at the conclusion of the service. Later, on a New York street, they came face to face in a second surprise meeting. Postmaster and Mrs. LeRoy Smith and son, Joey, had an experience during a visit with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Davis, in Kingman, Alberta, Canada. While there, Mrs. Smith's niece, Sharon Christian son, was listening to the radio and heard a new record had teen set for the guitar marathon in North America, held in Edmonton. It seems that an Edmonton youth had just won the contest and broke the record set at Shay's Music World last summer by Bob Schneider. Citv Declares "W®<sd! War" The City of McHenry has declared war on weeds. Getting people to cut weeds and high grass, especially on vacant property, has been a problem through the ages. City officials have been made aware of weed conditions through many calls and complaints. At the regular meeting of the Council cm Monday night, it was reported that the Chief of Police had sent out notices to property owners regarding wesd and grass cutting. The Council moved to instruct the Chief to proceed in accordance with ordinance regulations. Failure on the part of property owners will result in the city having the work done and placing liens on property in cases where owners do not pay the cost. The Council expressed hopes that cooperation can be gained and legal action •voided. The danger of fire is in the minds of many and the dread of a high pollen count is ever in the thoughts of hay fever sufferers. An ordinance providing for the YA of 1 percent increase in the Service Occupation Tax was passed to correspond with the sales tax increase recently enacted. A recent survey shows seventeen trees on city property which have Dutch Elm disease. These trees will be removed, ijlie report also indicated that ^proximately twelve diseased trees have been found on pri- Vate property which must be removed fay the owners. When does summer really arrive? Local folks who usual-, ly figure on the official date of June 21 have reason to wonder this year of 1967, with the sharp variations noted from day to day. But even without this socalled "unusual'* summer in the mid-west, contrary to the standard calendar notation, summer's arrival shifts continuously the year 'round from region to region throughout the country. At least that's what we're told. Persons in Miami say it arrives in February, while those in Los Angeles set April or May. In Detroit they say it comes about July, and in Boston, a few weeks later. Here in McHenry it was summer yesterday. And tomorrow? Probably back to that "pleasant by the hearthside" temperature which really feels quite I Tax Collection Brings City To Second Place (Continued from page 1) Other collections for the period in this area included Lakemoor, \ $256; Island Lake, $3,741; Spring Grove, $778; Sunny side, $222 and McCullom, for only the last two months, COUNTY TAX McHenry county will receive $34,519 as the result of tax collections for the three months. This is for tax liability outside municipalities. Collections from 1,201 cities and villages grossed $6,123,785 for January, $6,245,262 for February and $7,678,692 for March. ' Collections from eighty-eight counties grossed $406,359 for January, $41.5,171 for February and $536,379 for March. J Gross collections from cities and villages were reduced by four per cent-- $241,556 in January, $246,465 in February and $303,762 in March, these sums going to the state for administration charge. August Fair Aids New Spring Grove Kindergarten Schools are crying for money but one of the smallest elementary schools in northeastern Illinois is finding many benefactors. Spring Grove school officials hope to equip a new kindergarten with the proceeds from the third annual Spring Grove Horse Fair. This horse fair, expected to attract more than 2,000 people on Sunday, Aug. 20, is the latest of a number of fundraising projects sponsored by the local Parent-Teacher association. Catering to adults as well as young equestrians, this annual affair last year provided funds for uniforms for the Chain-CP-Lakes 4-H Drill team, the only mounted drill team of its kind in the world. This year, it is expected to raise several thousand dollars from participant's entrance fees, Texas-style barbecue and sponsorship by local merchants. good to those of us who aren't still waiting for those ideal days to go down to the old swimming hole. Boo id Studies School Issues (Continued from page 1) attempt to obtain a commitment for sale at a cost of some cfver $9,000. State funds would reimburse the school for the equipment within a two-year period. It was agreed to have a representative from Midland Laboratories evaluate maintenance conditions at the present high school and determine just what would be needed to place the building in a state of good repair. Members agreed to an Aug. 22 meeting with the grade school board to discuss long range planning, particularly in regard to new school sites. A discussion was held concerning the money held in escrow for the former Dorr Anderson property, now McCracken field. Insurance premiums were discussed, and in particular the present plan which calls for the low bidder to receive 40 percent of the commission and the remaining committee agents to share the other 60 percent. Members felt it may be possible to obtain the services of the state in having an agent investigate and advise- them of requirements. Plans would call for bids to be asked from all local agents. TAX PAYMENTS It was announced that a total of $836,861.36 had been received thus far this year in the two tax installments paid to date. A report (Mi the appraisal of Landmark schoolwas scheduled to be made next week Tuesday. The board announced that bids will be asked for sewer and water connections to the new high school. Richard Swantz was present to inform the board that certain purchases for the new school which fall under Title 3 of the NEDA would result in 18 percent assistance from the government rather than the 30 percent originally promised. FIGHT BLAZE Members of Company 3 of the McHenry Township Fire Protection district assisted Wauconda firemen in fighting a blaze in a small barn east of Lakemoor Tuesday evening. USE THE CLASSIFIED 00 (,r<(n SlrcM'l Shopping Area JULY IS TIDY'S MONTH TO CLOSE OUT ALL USED RUGS PRICED AT $1 TO $5 SQ. YD. CLEANED - EDGES FINISHED - ALSO - New Low Prices on all Warehouse Stock Including Indoor - Outdoor Carpet At p«r sq. yd. Cash & Carry SPECIAL CLEARANCE OVAL BRAIDS • ROLL E>'DS Ample Free Parking -- Air • REM NE.NTS Conditioned Showrooms DY CARPETS & RU Same Location and Management as Tidy Magikifit Rug Gleaner* 200 Washington Si. -- Jet. Rts. 120 & Bus Rt. 14 -- Woodstock PHONE 815-338-1000 Oprn -- 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuea., Wed., Sat. -- 8 a.m. to 9 u-m. Mon., Thurs., Frl - CLOSED SUNDAYTalent Contest Closes July 25 Entries for the third annual McHenry County Talent contest will close July 25. Talented performers Under 21 should register immediately for the event which will be held during the McHenry County Fair, Aug. 3 to 6. Entries- Should be sent to Bill Tammeus, Box 343, Woodstock, 111. Entries include those for singing singles and groiqps, instrumental singles and groups, comedians, combos, dancing singles and groups, and acrobatic singles and groups living in McHenry county. Entries should include names of individuals or of group leaders, address and phone number, and the type of entry; also a quarter per person in the group for season contestant's passes. A new category highlights this year's contest--one for budding masters and ceremonies! Auditions will be held during the fair and ten groups or singles and the best master of ceremonies will be chosen toperform at the Sunday evening, Aug. 6, grandstand show. First prize for the winning act Sunday night is the right to compete state-wide at the Illinois State Fair. Prizes will also be given to place winners and all those participating in the Sunday night show. The winners for the first two years of competition, the Sad Sam Trio from Crystal Lake, will perform Sunday night but will not compete in this year's contest. ' f ' I * !*' ' * ",'V Popular Tenantry ' 2 7th Highway^? • a ' Featured With • Crash Victim McHenry, Band Is County Man A head-on collision on Rt. 176 at Barreville road resulted in the death o* Thomas R. McCarron, 22, of Crystal Lake, driver of one of the cars. His death was the seventeenth on county highways this year* According to state police, Saran Walter of Lindenhurst, driver of the second car, was driving east on Rt. 176 and McCarron, west, when Walter rounded a curve on the wrong side of the road. Walter was taken to McHenry hospital in critical condition following the crash. Chicago Man>K Struck By crir While Fishing Anthony Perry of Chicago was treated in McHenry hospital early Sunday morning for injuries sustained when he was struck by a car while fishing off the old bridge, near 'Riverside drive. Howard W. Thomas of . Riverside drive, McHenry, told sheriffs deputies he had entered the bridge, and about mid-way aoross heard a thump and stopped immediately. Perry said he,had leaned over for some bait when he was suddjnly struck and shoved into the bridge. EARL "MARTY" CONWAY Earl "Marty" Conway, popular McHenry tenor, will be featured guest on this week's concert of the municipal band. It will be held in the city park band shell at 7:45 o'clock Thursday evening, July 20. Director Stanley Vycital has announced that "Marty" will sing "Shihe on Harvest Moon" and "Where the River Shannon Flows". It will be his first appearance with the band in many years. The eighteen members of the stage band will include among their selections, "Love is a Many Splendored Thing", "St. Louis Blues", theme from "Lawrence of Arabia", "Soms Day",'|Jungle Drums", "Inthe Mood", and "Tijuana Bamba". APPEARS WITH BAND Mrs. Jack (Dorothy) Hollander of McHenry was guest soloist for the second time last Tuesday evening, July 18, with the DeKalb Municipal concert band, directed by Dee Palmer. Mrs. Hollander, a popular vocalist on local programs for several years, sang "Yours Is My Heart Alone," the waltz from "The Merry Widow" and "Till There Was You." The program was broadcast over DeKalb Station WLBK. SHOP IN MCHENRY Take a good stretch like elasticized sharkskin. Tailor it to fit . . . perfectly. Pinstripe the band in white. Color it in bright, bold colors like bronze, tabasco or surf blue. What do you have? The Mako Web swimmer, one of the Expandables from Jantzen. 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The fair will open on Friday, Aug. 11, and continue through Sunday, Aug. 20. The increased awards are due primarily to the boosting of harness racing purses by more than $100,000. Money appropriated by the state legislature for the State Fair and more than 100 county fairs and expositions is derived from a levy on wagering at Illinois racetracks. No general tax monies are used. Expertly Reconditioned Used Goodyear Tires AiftrsizE NO EXCISE TAX OR TRADE-INS NEEDED • 40% or more original tread depth .remaining • Dressed up, cleaned upthey look like new • Fully reconditioned inside and out • Buy now ... as low as $1.25 weekly NO MONEY DOWN ON OUR EASY PAY PLAN • FREE MOUNTING PRICE BREAK SPECIAL (E©!f Balls Liquid Center "Go-Fllte" for Limit Qne set to a customer at this price. Consistent long distance & accuracy. Lasting tough cover finish. JULY SERVICE SPECIAL Expert Brake , & Alignment ' Vacation Safety & Savings! Reg. $0.05 Now only..*, $ 8 */////*' Adjust brakes, add fluid, test. 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